Ting Arthur J, MD

I’ll make it simple: Dr. Ting is simply GIFTED. He’s an orthopedic magician. Amazing.
I would trust NO ONE ELSE to do orthopedic surgery on me.
Here’s MY history with him over many, many years: ACL, meniscus, full biceps tendon tear, full rotator cuff tear (I have 100% range of motion back now, thankyouverymuch Dr. Ting) and a complete, fully successful (like OEM new… really) reconstruction of a blown out right elbow that «noted» Stanford Hospital ortho surgeons said was «virtually impossible» to repair.
Yes, Dr. Ting is absolutely THAT good, I assure you.
Dr. Ting is selfless and absolutely laser focused when it comes to patient diagnosis, treatment and care.
You can look around, but I’m here to tell you that if you’re looking for the BEST in sports orthopedic care and surgery, look no further. You’ve found him. Dr. Ting. No one else.

I had three ACL reconstructive surgeries with Dr. Ting over a recent 10-​year period, and I can not say enough good things about him. I interviewed two other surgeons, before choosing Dr. Ting, both because of his reputation and wonderful «bedside manners.» In every one of my office visits, as well as pre-​and-​post-​surgery, Dr. Ting invariably gave me all the time I needed to patiently answer every one of my questions, always in a comforting manner. When I called his answering service after my second and third ACL tears on the soccer field, he always called me back within minutes, and went out of his way to reassure me that I’d be fine, and not to worry. I’m 63 years old, and still referee youth soccer games every spring and fall weekend. My knees are in great shape. But I don’t attempt to play anymore. I learned my lesson, finally.

I just had reconstructive surgery on my foot yesterday and am able to share my experience today. NO pain. When I say reconstructive, I mean broke my heel and moved it over, put a implant between my ankle and foot, and did total readjustment of 2 toes. Oh, and I was awake for the whole procedure, but felt nothing. I hate going under and Dr. Ting understands and has no problem with that. I have gone through 2 surgeries awake. Dr. Ting’s anesthesiologist, Dr. Yang, is fantastic. He and I work as a team to ensure I am comfortable.
Dr. Ting is so advanced in what he does. This is my 3^nd surgery with him (1^st was partial knee replacement almost 2 years ago and a ripped bicep tendon that was shredded and very painful). He is the expert in all the surgeries I had to endure. He thinks outside the box so his patients get the best treatments possible. AND, he is so down to earth.
His staff and the surgical staff cannot be beat. They are there for YOU. They tend to everything before and after your surgery. They really care. I am a woman but describe his office as «a man cave». So many famous athletes have been treated by Dr. Ting (their letters of thanks are on the walls). He has a rehab center right on site if you want to go there.
I am a 67 year old woman who believes your body is like a car. It eventually needs to go into the body shop for repairs. I would only take my car to the best mechanic in the world and my body to the best Medical mechanic in the world and that would be Dr. Ting. He is the BEST!

Dr. Ting did ankle surgeries on my son twice, one which was successful and one which was unsuccessful. The second surgery cost him a year of his life trying to right a terrible infection from the operation. I believe Dr. Ting is a reasonable guy that moves to fast, I just don’t think I could use him agian.

Im a Navy Veteran and use the VA for my health care I was diagnosed with full focal tear and tendosis the VA had a long back up for surgery and let me find my own surgeon and Dr Ting did it 13 days later back riding my motorcycle and am pain free for the first time in 2 years. He’s a great Surgeon and makes you feel well cared for and Jennifer went above and beyond to help with the authorizations Thank you

Left their billing department several messages regarding some of my billing records, they have yet to answer any of my calls or return any of my messages.

Outstanding work, extremely ethical and concerned about his patients.
Recently perform a partial knee replacement (Makoplasty) after a couple of knee resurfacing procedures over time. About 20 years ago did extensive work on my shoulder, all because of osteoarthritis. No problems, quick healing, great to work with.
I highly recommend Dr Ting!

Amanda at the front desk is outstanding, always works with me to get a timely appointment. Dr Ting does not waste my time gets me in and out. Dr Ting is always up to date on the lastest medical technology. The staff is outsanding friendly and knowledgeable. I have found the billing deparment very good to work with as long as tell them you need help. They have helped me with all the crazy insurance issues.
My experience in the office and the Fremont Surgury Center have been very good

Charge to my insurance for a $ 740 treatment for $ 12 500 each. Even charge my insurance for $ 14 500 for the second visit that I didn’t made. Connected with the Stevenson surgery center which is not on record. ‘F’ rating on Better Business Burea. Ignore all filed complaints.

Terrible terrible billing system. I would give 0 star if possible. I visit their office Aug.2013. When I made the appointment, they said they are in network with my insurance and asked me for copay on the visit. After my visit, my insurance denied the claim because their in network status expired few days before my visit. I called back Dr. Ting’s office right after. They said they are working on continue the status and asked me do not worry, they would take care of it. Then 1 year later, Nov, 2014, I received their bill asking me pay full amount. I tried call their billing department many times for several days, nobody answered or called back. It is really a terrible experience for me.

Find a different doctor! His billing system is very messed up. I have been charged double and triple time for bills that I paid in full. There is never anyone available to speak to in billing.
Dr. Ting even left suture material under the skin which was supposed to be removed and instead caused an infection and unnecessary scaring.

I hardly write reviews but I definitely needed to write one for Dr. Ting and staff. I had an ACL partial /​complete tear as well as buckethandle tears in my meniscus. (left knee) Surgery went great, and I was literally walking the next day.
I looked around on Unilocal and tried to look at reviews of other orthopedic surgeons but couldn’t find anything too specific on Doc Ting or other doctors that made me want to go to one particular doctor. I wanted the best surgeon to operate on my knee, and I’m sure all of you feel the exact same way.
Ultimately, I chose Dr. Ting because of his experience in the sports field and working with top athletes. If the best Athletes in the world are willing to choose Dr. Ting, why wouldn’t you?
Huge thanks to Dr. Ting and staff, they are really great!

Dr Ting truly is one of the best when it comes to orthopedic medicine. Dr Ting has the experience, education, reputation and track record to get people back to that high caliber they seek and desire. Patients travel across the country and from other parts of the world to be seen by him. Thanks again for all you have done for me.

Dr. Ting has fired his long term staff. He is saving money by hiring less experienced staff. He is also garnishing the wages of his patients who are having financial difficulties, and refuses to work out less draconian solutions with his patients. For my wife and I, he has performed unsuccessful operations and has refused to do corrective surgeries. Yet, he still demands payment for the surgeries, even though one of them left my leg deformed. The deformity in my leg and knee was only corrected when another surgeon straightened out my leg. Dr. Ting seemed satisfied with the deformity even though the physical therapist was concerned about it. It seems reasonable to conclude that the doctor has put his cash flow above the medical outcomes of his patients, and any loyalty to his staff. Consider this doctor with a great deal of caution.

Accompanied a family member for a consultation with Dr Ting. Aware of his questionable background, but was swayed by the recommendations of some acquaintances. Appointment scheduling was easy (within a few days); note Dr Ting performs surgery on Mondays with office consultations the remainder of the week.
Office was conveniently located on the intersection of Stevenson Blvd and Paseo Padre Parkway, across from the Fremont Main Library and adjacent to Kaiser. Plenty of easily accessible parking. Renovated waiting room including a large collection of sports memorabilia and flat screen TV lined the walls, which came in handy with the lengthy delay waiting. The inner chambers of the clinic were more dated, including non-​digital (film-​based) x-​ray. Staff were not rude, but not particularly helpful either. Good comprehensive knee views before being led into the exam room.
After a short wait, Dr Ting arrived to listen to symptoms, perform a brief knee exam, then glanced at the x-​rays before explaining his diagnosis. Dr Ting was personable and gave some advice on low impact activities and recommended further advanced imaging. He was patient and attentive.

Dr Ting and his staff are awesome! He treats professional athletes from every field, but didn’t treat my husband and differently because he wasn’t some famous athlete.
His staff, especially Rico, have incredible bedside manner. Rico gave me his cell phone to call any time if I had any questions or concerns in the days following the hubby’s arm surgery. His follow up appointments have been informative and thorough with all our questions answered. We never have to wait long to see the doctor, he stays true to his appt times which is rare for any doctor.
I would recommend Dr Ting to anyone looking for a smart, qualified, professional doctor.

Superstar!
Dr. Ting has worked on both my shoulders and both of my brother’s knees. Without Dr. Ting I can say that I would not still be suffering from injury. My cousin served as my physical therapist after both shoulder surgeries and said he had never seen a recovery that took place so quickly after similar procedures. 6 years later, I have full strength, full movement and other than two tiny scars have forgot either shoulder was ever touched.
If you see any other doctor for orthopaedic surgical needs you’re playing a game of roulette with your body.

Dr. Ting is a recognized expert in his field and a super busy man. I feel lucky and Blessed that he took me on as a patient. How anyone could give him less than 5 Stars is beyond me! For the people who have given bad reviews, I don’t think they understand that a top doctor like Dr. Ting is juggling his athlete patients from the teams he works with plus his regular clients. Appointments are short and to the point because he tries to see as many patients as he can. Bottom line is this; if you want your injury fixed correctly you see Dr. Ting. If you need your hand held and a lot of extra attention, go to an average doctor who may or may not get it right! I for one am a fan and owe him my ability to walk again after my Achilles surgery!

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He has operated on my right ankle, left shoulder, right shoulder and stomach… I have seen him piles of times. He is simply the go to surgeon. He is also straight forward with you without the pompous big time doctor dickhead pill and will talk to you casually but medically precisely about your problem and solutions. He was very caring with me through several surgeries… and I am talking several. I would recommend him and have always!

We have a very low opinion of Arthur J. Ting.
In 2008 my girlfriend’s lower leg was badly broken in an accident. A rod was inserted at Regional Medical Center of San Jose and follow up care was done through Hayward Kaiser. Several months later her foot was still twisted inward 30 degrees making it hard to walk, and there was growing pain behind her knee. The Kaiser doctor told her she wasn’t doing her exercises, and was dismissive towards us.
We asked around and a sports X-​ray technician suggested Arthur Ting. When we met Ting he instantly and confidently told us that the problem could be fixed, but we wouldn’t want to do it. He said we’d have to wait a year for it to heal, then break it again and reset everything. He was very cavalier. But what he said didn’t make sense to us. And he was SO fast and SO certain, as if speed were more important than accuracy.
–NOTE–
Ting didn’t say: «I only know sports injuries and I’m only guessing here,»
or: «You’re better off seeing Dr. — for this type of problem.»
Essentially he said: «Here’s what’s wrong, and there’s nothing you can do about it.»
Maybe I was simply in denial, but I felt we should keep trying. So we met another orthopedic surgeon (Christopher Coufal) who wasn’t as quick and arrogant. Dr. Coufal was the first doctor to physically manipulate her leg with his hands, instead of just glancing alternatively between the X-​ray film and his watch.
Coufal confirmed our suspicion that the Regional San Jose trauma surgeon inserted the rod crooked. Next Coufal said to us: «Do you feel that? The rod is loose in there.» He showed us a faint hazy area on the X-​ray where the rod was sweeping back and forth inside the bone. That’s why she had knee pain, and eventually it would have broken the bone. Waiting a year for it to heal, as Ting suggested, would have been a horrific mistake. (Unfortunately appointments with Coufal are hard to get and horrendously expensive.)
We think Arthur Ting’s big ego interfered with a competent open-​minded examination. Instead of looking, listening, and thinking — he wanted to show us what a rock star he is. He also lacked simple human compassion — we didn’t detect any empathy in him, none. More to the point, it was important for my girlfriend to walk, and Ting completely blew his diagnosis. Perhaps the quality of his care depends on your celebrity or the type of insurance you have. Our experience with him was awful.
PS: Another reviewer misses my point — we weren’t looking for a friend or a hug. But we expect any orthopedic surgeon who takes our money, to perform a careful evaluation (or refer us,) and we expect him to give a damn.